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1. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
United Kingdom
Ines
NT$2,762
NT$3,061 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)
Couple Double Room (CJ 2) | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1) | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Business Double Room (CJ 3) | Room amenity

2. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Scott
NT$877
NT$1,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
CJ Residence
City Double Room (AC 9) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers
Lobby
Room amenity

3. AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Canada
Zhen
NT$873
NT$1,021 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
Bar (on property)
Exterior

4. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Japan
Genya
NT$2,154
NT$2,777 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge
Exterior
Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

5. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Italy
Davide
NT$2,908
NT$3,219 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Grand Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Front of property
Lobby
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

6. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Japan
Yuta
NT$1,059
NT$1,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk
AJ Residence 4 | Minibar
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Interior

7. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
United Kingdom
Ganesh
NT$1,075
NT$1,240 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Living area
Shower, hair dryer, bidet, towels
Reception
Lobby

8. Signel Hostel

Signel Hostel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
United Kingdom
Richard
NT$492
NT$610 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Signel Hostel
Outdoor pool
Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Gym
Premier Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (King) | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster

9. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Thomas
NT$2,190
NT$2,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
2 outdoor pools
Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, City View | City view
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View | Living area | 40-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV
Property entrance

10. Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Ong
NT$1,428
NT$1,621 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
Restaurant
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Restaurant
King Seaview Suite (High Floor) | View from room

11. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
United States
Paul
NT$3,836
NT$4,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Breakfast area
Lobby
Property entrance
Standard Room | View from room

12. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
John
NT$1,392
NT$1,721 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
The Klagan Hotel
Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Lobby
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

13. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Savannah
NT$3,372
NT$3,720 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Presidential One Bedroom Bathtub Suite | Balcony
Outdoor pool
Signature One Bedroom Bathtub Suite | In-room dining
Exterior

14. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Yan Ting
NT$1,341
NT$2,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)
Reception
Front of property
Interior

15. Walk In Hotel

Walk In Hotel
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Bahrinizam
NT$998
NT$1,079 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Walk In Hotel
Minimalist King Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Industrial Family Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Minimalist King Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Futuristic Junior Suite | Television

16. HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
United States
Zachary
NT$972
NT$1,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
Lobby
Buffet
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Minibar (free items), in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

17. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Singapore
Shih Chung
NT$2,575
NT$2,859 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Reception
Deluxe King | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request), bed sheets
Meeting facility
Property entrance

18. Hotel DeLeeton

Hotel DeLeeton
Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveler
NT$774
NT$914 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Hotel DeLeeton
View from property
Room amenity
Bathroom shower
Free self parking

19. A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Imran
NT$1,326
NT$1,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Standard Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Exterior

20. Hotel O Five 2

Hotel O Five 2
Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Canada
valerie
NT$734
NT$867 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hotel O Five 2
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Compare popular hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
9.2
Wonderful
999 reviews
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Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)
CJ Residence
9.6
Exceptional
55 reviews
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City Double Room (AC 9) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
9.6
Exceptional
96 reviews
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Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
9.2
Wonderful
238 reviews
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2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is located in Pusat Bandar. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful island views and top seafood restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 354 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?
Adjacent to Kota Kinabalu Esplanade, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good options within a short distance include Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu and Hyatt Regency Kinabalu.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?
Expedia has 354 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?
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What can I see and do near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?
Learn about local history at Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village. Enjoy the outdoors at Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, or Tanjung Aru Perdana Park. Create some family memories at Downbelow Adventure Centre and Aquascape Center.